Home Infection Control Tips

Home Infection Control Tips There are simple things you can do to prevent the spread of infection. Profession There are simple things you can do to prevent the spread of infection. Professionals, caregivers, family members and patients should use these guidelines for controlling infection:  Clean your hands using soap and warm water. Rub your hands ...

Electrical Safety

Electrical Safety Make sure all plugs and sockets fit firmly and require some force to insert and r Make sure all plugs and sockets fit firmly and require some force to insert and remove. Place childproof caps on all unused outlets if children are present in the home. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet, never pull it from the cord. A...

General Safety Guidelines

General Safety Guidelines General Safety Tips / Maintenance Have working smoke detectors on every level of  General Safety Tips / Maintenance Have working smoke detectors on every level of the home and in each bedroom. Test your smoke detectors monthly and replace the batteries at least yearly. Purchase a new smoke detector if it is at least 10 year...

Home Medical Equipment and Oxygen Safety

Home Medical Equipment and Oxygen Safety Use the amount of liter flow ordered by your doctor. Do not have open flames or b Use the amount of liter flow ordered by your doctor. Do not have open flames or burning tobacco in a room where oxygen is being used or stored. Post ‘No Smoking’ signs in your home. When you go to a restaurant with your oxygen s...